Dilini Mihindukula
Cranbourne,VIC
Summary
As a dynamic Teaching Assistant at Heritage College for six years I have a strong track record in enhancing student engagement and academic performance. Skilled in behavior management and individualized support, I fostered a positive learning environment, leading to noticeable improvements in student understanding. Committed to collaboration and continuous professional development, I effectively mentored students with special needs.
I also have years of experience in bookbinding, laminating, printing and making student recourses
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Heritage College
Melbourne, VIC
01.2019 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, collaborating with colleagues to identify areas for improvement within the school community.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and enhance teaching skills.
- Provided feedback on student's work, guiding improvements and encouraging continuous learning.
- Managed classroom technology, enabling seamless integration of digital resources into teaching.
- Participated in professional development workshops, staying current with educational best practices.
- Increased class participation by creating positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
- Led tutoring sessions for students requiring additional support, leading to noticeable improvements in their academic performance.
- Enhanced students' understanding of complex mathematical concepts with interactive teaching methods.
- Assisted in organization of school events, enhancing school community and student experience.
- Contributed to positive learning environment by addressing individual student needs, promoting equity and inclusion.
- Organized and maintained classroom resources according to the teacher’s instructions.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
Education
Certificate III Education Support Officer - Teacher Assistant
Completed High School At St Bridget’s Convent,
Merinda Park Learning And Community Centre08.2018
Skills
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Collaborative teamwork
- Classroom support
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Supervising student activities
- Small group and individual assistance
- Student tutoring
- Material preparation
- Classroom preparation and maintenance
- CPR and first aid
- Small group instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual student assistance
- Reading and writing support
- Student supervision
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Student safety
- Creating visual displays
- Multicultural awareness
- Student health and safety
- Instructional support
- Feedback provision
- Classroom inventory management
- Special needs education
- Activity implementation
- Literacy development
- Information protection
- Individualized educational plans
- Preparing instructional materials
- Differentiated instruction
- Mathematics instruction
- Friendly and outgoing
- Verbal and written communication
- Tutoring students
- Classroom supply management
- Maintaining safe environments
- Grading homework
- Setting up activities
- One-on-one and small group instruction
- Attention to detail
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Caring and empathetic demeanor
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Punctual and dependable
- CPR/First aid certification
- Adapting to classroom needs
Certification
- Certificate 3 in education support CHC30213
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Heritage College
01.2019 - Current
Certificate III Education Support Officer - Teacher Assistant
Completed High School At St Bridget’s Convent,